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Have you ever wanted accessible introductions to key figures and
periods of Christian history? Augustine and His World Augustine is
one of the giants of the Christian church. From his birth in North
Africa and his days as a relatively permissive young man, through
his midlife conversion to Christianity and career as bishop of
Hippo, his story has intrigued and inspired every generation for
over 1,600 years. As a thinker, teacher, writer and debater,
Augustine's greatness lay in his ability to relate the philosophies
of Ancient Greece and Rome to the precepts of the Christian faith.
Augustine also saved the church itself from disintegrating into
rival factions by forging sound doctrine in the fires of
controversy. This immersive account of Augustine's life helps
readers understand the world he came from and the enormous
contribution he made to the church, both of his day and of the
future. Francis of Assisi and His World Francis of Assisi is one of
the world's most popular religious figures, and also one of the
most misrepresented. In this lively and engaging account of
Francis's story - from his hedonistic youth to his emergence as a
Christian leader of great charisma and intensity - Mark Galli
attempts to strip away the modern gloss in order to discover the
real man and the world in which he lived. The saint revealed here
is not the romantic free spirit of popular imagination, but a
contentious figure who combined a deep mysticism with radical
commitment and, above all, sought to glorify God, the creator.
God loves you and has a wonderful difficult plan for your life. The
contemporary church loves to paint Jesus as gentle, meek . . .
nice. But in this striking book, Mark Galli introduces us to a
different sort of savior--one who often makes other people feel
decidedly uncomfortable. Focusing on Jesus as he is portrayed in
Mark's Gospel, Galli unveils the power of Christ in his
militancy--an aspect frequently ignored in many churches today.
Through biblical episodes, stories of saints--classic and
contemporary--personal snapshots, and discussion questions, Galli
shows that Christ's deep love for his people is richer and more
difficult than we imagine. But it is in this persistent, fearsome,
and untamed love that we can find true joy. "A well-written,
thoroughly researched look at Jesus. Galli's writing is clear and
concise, his logic smooth, and his conclusion
inescapable."--Publishers Weekly "Mark writes of a Jesus that is
unleashed, untamed, undomesticated, and unpredictable. I want to
know this Jesus, though he scares me a little."--John Ortberg,
teaching pastor, Menlo Park Presbyterian Church "In this
wonderfully provocative book, Galli recovers a more multifaceted
portrait of Jesus, insisting that Jesus's plan for our lives is
demanding and difficult--and in that difficulty we find real
love."--Lauren F. Winner, author, Girl Meets God and Real Sex
"Finally, a Jesus who was potent enough to cause commotion and even
(temporary) chaos."--Scot McKnight, author, The Jesus Creed and
Embracing Grace "Can he say that? Galli's vigorous presentation of
the 'mean and wild' aspects of Jesus will help clear our vision to
behold a Lord who is anything but tame."--Frederica Mathewes-Green,
author, The Illumined Heart Mark Galli is the senior managing
editor of Christianity Today. A former Presbyterian minister, he is
the author or coauthor of several books, including 131 Christians
Everyone Should Know and Beyond Smells and Bells.
2018 Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Award Finalists -Religion
Evangelicalism in America has cracked, split on the shoals of the
2016 presidential election and its aftermath, leaving many
wondering if they want to be in or out of the evangelical tribe.
The contentiousness brought to the fore surrounds what it means to
affirm and demonstrate evangelical Christian faith amidst the messy
and polarized realities gripping our country and world. Who or what
is defining the evangelical social and political vision? Is it the
gospel or is it culture? For a movement that has been about the
primacy of Christian faith, this is a crisis. This collection of
essays was gathered by Mark Labberton, president of Fuller
Theological Seminary, who provides an introduction to the volume.
What follows is a diverse and provocative set of perspectives and
reflections from evangelical insiders who wrestle with their
responses to the question of what it means to be evangelical in
light of their convictions. Contributors include: Shane Claiborne,
Red Letter Christians Jim Daly, Focus on the Family Mark Galli,
Christianity Today Lisa Sharon Harper, FreedomRoad.us Tom Lin,
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship Karen Swallow Prior, Liberty
University Soong-Chan Rah, North Park University Robert Chao
Romero, UCLA Sandra Maria Van Opstal, Grace and Peace Community
Allen Yeh, Biola University Mark Young, Denver Seminary Referring
to oneself as evangelical cannot be merely a congratulatory
self-description. It must instead be a commitment and aspiration
guided by the grace and mercy of Jesus Christ. What now are
Christ's followers called to do in response to this identity
crisis?
Master the craft of effective communication that grabs attention
and wins hearts.
Like everyone else, preachers long to be understood.
Unfortunately, the rules first learned in seminary, if misapplied,
can quickly turn homiletic precision into listener boredom.
To capture heart and mind, Mark Galli and Craig Larsen suggest
preachers turn to the lessons of journalism. In Preaching That
Connects, they show how the same keys used to create effective,
captivating communication in the media can transform a sermon.
Amply illustrated from some of today's best preachers, Preaching
That Connects walks through the entire sermon, from the critical
introduction to the bridge to illustrations and final application.
Key points include the five techniques for generating creative
ideas, your six options for illustrations, and the ten rules for
great storytelling-and why the transition sentence is the hardest
sentence you'll write.
Preaching That Connects is for all who seek to hone their craft to
communicate the truth of the gospel effectively.
Contains fascinating facts:
-From the life of Jesus to the Gutenberg Bible
- From Augustine to the Reformation
- From the spread of Christianity to the spread of Islam
- From the King James Version Bible to the Dead Sea Scrolls
Available as a wall chart or a pamphlet. Wall chart size: 19" x
26." Pamphlet has 14 panels and fits inside a Bible cover 81/2" x
51/2" Pamphlet unfolds to 38 inches long! Pamphlets come
shrinkwrapped in packages of 10, so please order pamphlets in
multiples of 10 (10, 20, 30, etc.).
Evangelical Christian Publishers Association Top Shelf Book Cover
Award We live in a culture that values activity, achievement and
accomplishment. Whether in our careers, churches, schools or
families, busyness is the norm in our lives, and anything less
makes us feel unproductive and anxious. We have to work all the
harder, then, to pursue true rest in a 24-7 world that is
constantly in motion. John Koessler understands that rest is not
automatic or easy to attain. He names the modern-day barriers to
becoming people of rest and presents a unique perspective on how
pursuing rest leads us to the heart of God. With honest, biblical
reflections on trends in our culture and churches, he exposes our
misconceptions regarding the concept of rest, as well as offering
correction and practices to align our ideas with God's ideal. The
book includes reflection and discussion questions designed for both
individual and group use. You will discover the true meaning behind
Jesus' idea of the yoke of rest and restoration for your mind, body
and soul.
Two decades on from Mark Noll's Scandal of the Evangelical Mind,
could we now be on the threshold of another crisis of intellectual
maturity in Christianity? Or are the opportunities for faithful
intellectual engagement and witness even greater now than before?
These essays invite readers to a virtual "summit meeting" on the
current state of the evangelical mind. The insights of national
leaders in their fields will aid readers to reflect on the past
contributions of evangelical institutions for the life of the mind
as well as prospects for the future. Contributors include: Richard
J. Mouw Mark A. Noll Jo Anne Lyon David C. Mahan and C. Donald
Smedley Timothy Larsen Lauren Winner James K. A. Smith Mark Galli
The State of the Evangelical Mind frames the resources needed for
churches, universities, seminaries, and parachurch organizations to
chart their course for the future, both separately and together,
and provides readers an opportunity to participate in a timely
conversation as they consider what institutional and individual
role they might play. This is not a book to define or diagnose
evangelicalism broadly, and there's no fear-mongering or demonizing
here, but rather a call to attend to the evangelical mind and the
role played by interlocking institutions in its intellectual
formation and ongoing vitality. It will encourage-and
challenge-those who want to be part of the solution in a time of
need.
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